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Cook Islands deepens commitment to global nuclear safety by joining IAEA
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Environment, National
Cook Islands has officially joined the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), underscoring its commitment to global nuclear safety and amplifying the Pacific voice on nuclear issues.
Cook Islands host visits from Chile and Cuba
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Economy, National
Chile and Cuba share longstanding ties with the Pacific region, and an accreditation ceremony for both countries was held last week reflecting the Cook Islands’ commitment to enhancing its diplomatic and cooperative relations with both nations.
Kata: Google
Monday 11 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Kata: How?
Sunday 10 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Kata: Deep sea robot
Sunday 10 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Kata: Workers compensation
Sunday 10 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Kata: Weather
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Kata, Opinion
Faith and fasting secrets
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Health, In Depth, National, Weekend
This news he had cancer came as a shock to Patrick Arioka, but it also sparked a fierce determination within him. Melina Etches talked to him for this story.
Reduced Risk of Tropical Cyclones
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in National, Weather
There is reduced risk of tropical cyclones in the Cook Islands this cyclone season from November through to April, according to Cook Islands Meteorological Services (CIMS) director Maara Vaiimene.
CICC defends Council for World Missions
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Local, National
The Secretary General of the Cook Islands Christian Church (CICC) Ken Ben has defended the Council for World Mission (CWM) after claims that a new religious group is pressuring residents in Rarotonga to be baptised.
New Turtles Bubble Tea
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Features, Food, Go Local
The new airconditioned premises features eye-catching art work, comfortable trendy décor, cool music creating a modern trendy vibe.
COME ON, SMOKE IT!
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by webmaster | Published in Opinion, Smoke Signals
BIG FISH “Who signed the European Union Cook Islands fishing deal?” a Smoke Signaller asks. “The Minister of the Ministry of Marine Resources may like to enlighten the public. I presume that there is a paper trail authorising the signing of these documents. Or do we have the tea lady heading off to Brussels to […]
TAU introduces enhanced safety framework
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Local, National
Te Aponga Uira (TAU) has introduced an enhanced safety framework as a result of the investigation into the workplace incident where four staff members were electrocuted and safety concerns that followed.
Justice refutes allegations
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Court, Local, National
The Ministry of Justice has refuted public claims that the legal process which deals with juvenile criminals continuously lets young perpetrators dodge their crimes and punishment.
Thomas Wynne: Is it his story or your story?
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Thomas Tarurongo Wynne | Published in Editorials, Opinion
In a world increasingly thrown into conflict, be it military, social, or cultural, how have we stopped listening to each other and instead become obsessed with being either right or wrong, for or against, standing with or standing against, condemning or supporting a cause? writes Thomas Wynne.
Letter: Who signed ?
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Letters to the Editor, Opinion
Regarding your apology to Ben Ponia, we readers would like to know who signed the EU Cook Islands fishing deal?
Te Ipukarea Society: Rat assassin
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Te Ipukarea Society | Published in Editorials, Opinion
This Conservation Project was a collaborative effort alongside Cook Islands Voyaging Society, Island Conservation, BirdLife International, the Atiu Island Government, Takutea Trust, Takili Talagi-Tairi and Te Ipukarea Society. Funding support came from SPREPs predator Free Pacific Programme and NZ MFAT whose generous support helped bring the long planned Takutea project to fruition.
Reuniting since carefree primary school days
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Education, National
Nearly thirty years have passed since their carefree days of primary school, yet the memories remain bright in those who shared laughter, and adventure in those early years.
Virtues in Paradise: The Gift of Sacred Curiosity
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Opinion, Virtues in Paradise
Did you know that you have a treasure to offer everyone? This includes your nearest and dearest, your children, your parents, your students, and your employer, writes Linda Kavelin-Popov.
First Pacific Aviation Safety Office (PASO) Council Meeting in Cook Islands
Saturday 9 November 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Economy, National, Pacific Islands, Regional, Technology, Tourism
Council members of the Pacific Aviation Safety Office (PASO) from 16 Pacific States gathered in the Cook Islands for the first time for the fourth PASO Council Meeting on November 4-6.
